Brooklyn Org believes philanthropy must reflect the communities it serves. That means cultivating local leaders, building pathways into the field of philanthropy, and equipping the next generation with transferable skills and experiences that prepare them for thriving careers in the field. The Brooklyn Org Philanthropy Fellowship Program is designed to develop emerging leaders from underrepresented communities in philanthropy and provide meaningful, hands-on exposure to support building local talent pipelines. Brooklyn Org is proud to serve as a model for this approach—demonstrating how philanthropy can be both inclusive and transformative, rooted in Brooklyn yet resonating far beyond. Fellows will be paid $30/hr.
Qualifications include:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn
- Ability to conduct research, synthesize information, and communicate findings
- Comfort working with data and learning new technology
- Interest in philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, and community-based work
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
ELIGIBILITY
- Be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program
- Reside in New York City; applicants who live, study, or have meaningful connections to Brooklyn are strongly encouraged to apply
- Commit to working 20 hours per week, including two full days (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) in person at Brooklyn Org's Downtown Brooklyn office and four hours remotely
- Commit to working in person every Thursday, with the second in-office day determined in coordination with the team's schedule
- Commit to the full fellowship term, January 25–May 17, 2027
- Commit to attending required events and meetings, including March 2 and April 17 (dates subject to change)
Applications are due November 30, 2026
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FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Brooklyn Org currently supports the following fellowship tracks. Candidates selected to move forward will go through a matching program.
Reports to: Chief of Staff and Communications Director
Primary Focus Areas: Digital communications and storytelling; Public events and community engagement; Amplifying grantee and community impact
Key Responsibilities: Write articles; Capture media; Support planning and production of BKO public events and media opportunities
Reports to: Chief Development Officer and Vice President of Development & Special Events
Primary Focus Areas: Donor engagement and philanthropic advisory support; Event planning and donor cultivation; Development research, communications, and stewardship
Key Responsibilities: Prepare donor briefings, dossiers, and outreach lists; Draft donor communications and thank-you notes; Support the planning of events
Reports to: VP of Programs and Programs Director
Primary Focus Areas: Support Grantmaking and program operations; Research, data collection, and impact evaluation; Grantee and community partner communications
Key Responsibilities: Support development of grant application materials and reports; Collect and analyze program and impact data; Provide administrative support to program staff
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